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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca praised Mykhailo Mudryk for his excellent performance during their UEFA Conference League match against Panathinaikos on October 24. Chelsea achieved a strong 4-1 victory in Athens, building on their earlier 4-2 win over Gent in the competition’s opening fixture. The goals came from Christopher Nkunku, Mudryk, and a double from Joao Felix, as Chelsea asserted their dominance over the Greek team.

Mudryk, who joined Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk for £88.5 million in January 2023, has faced challenges since his arrival, struggling to secure a regular starting position and receiving criticism for inconsistent performances. However, against Panathinaikos, the 23-year-old Ukrainian winger excelled, making a significant impact with a goal and two assists.

In this match, Mudryk played a pivotal role in three of Chelsea’s four goals. He set up Joao Felix’s first goal in the 22nd minute, scored his own goal early in the second half, and provided the assist for Felix’s second goal in the 55th minute. His performance drew praise from Maresca, who expressed his pleasure at Mudryk’s contributions on the field. “I’m very happy to see Mudryk there, in that position and scoring that goal,” Maresca said, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

Maresca acknowledged Mudryk’s gradual development, noting that the winger’s progress has been slower compared to other wingers in Chelsea’s lineup. “Mykhailo’s learning process is more gradual compared to the other wingers, but he is improving,” Maresca stated, hinting that while Mudryk may not yet have reached his full potential, he is making positive strides in his development.

Since joining Chelsea, Mudryk has made 67 appearances, scoring eight goals and contributing nine assists. Despite the initial difficulties adjusting to life in west London, his recent performance has provided renewed optimism among fans and the coaching team for a possible upturn in form.

Maresca’s praise extended beyond Mudryk to include the versatile Chelsea player Renato Veiga. Typically a left-back, the 21-year-old demonstrated his adaptability by playing as a left center-back against Panathinaikos, showcasing his ability to excel in different roles. Veiga has also played as a midfielder, highlighting his range of skills across multiple positions on the field.

Reflecting on Veiga’s adaptability, Maresca commented, “I just told Renato in the dressing room, he has played as a center-back, full-back, holding midfielder, and attacking midfielder.” Maresca underscored the importance of versatility in today’s game, stating, “One reason I love Chelsea is because many players are versatile. It benefits both the team and the players. Nowadays, if you only play one position, it’s not enough – you need to learn to play in multiple roles.”

This convincing win against Panathinaikos represents a positive step forward for Chelsea’s European campaign. The team displayed promising signs of flexibility and progress under Maresca’s guidance, and they now look to bring this momentum into their upcoming Premier League match against Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge on October 27.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca’s praise for Mykhailo Mudryk followed an impressive 4-1 victory over Panathinaikos in the UEFA Conference League, where Mudryk played a key role with a goal and two assists. After a challenging adaptation period since joining Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk for £88.5 million in January 2023, Mudryk’s performance in Athens showcased his potential and earned commendation from Maresca. The manager noted Mudryk’s gradual progress, highlighting his impact in setting up Joao Felix’s opening goal, scoring himself, and assisting Felix’s second goal. This showing has sparked optimism among Chelsea fans and coaching staff about Mudryk’s ongoing development.

Maresca also praised the versatility of Chelsea’s Renato Veiga, who filled in as a left center-back despite being a natural left-back. Known for his adaptability, the 21-year-old has played various roles across defense and midfield, exemplifying the versatility that Maresca values in his squad. The manager emphasized the importance of players being able to perform in multiple positions to meet modern football’s demands.

This decisive win continues Chelsea’s strong form in the competition, building on their 4-2 victory over Gent, and provides them with momentum as they prepare to face Newcastle United in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge on October 27.